1999 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1980 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lotus Esprit (208 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Range Rover. (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 884 kg more than 1980 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lotus Esprit. (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Land Rover Range Rover | 1980 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Land Rover | Lotus |
Model | Range Rover | Esprit |
Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3946 cc | 2172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 277 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1206 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |